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A contract other than necessities is voidable unless you are 18. You can easily have your parent co-sign. Please contact our office at 714 363 0220 for free consultation if you have any more questions.

Age is not a requirement for incorporating. It is, however, a requirement for entering into contracts. Inasmuch as a startup corporation often requires the guarantee of its principal for business arrangements, it would seem that a co-signor will be necessary. Line one up.

This is an excellent question. I do not know of any statute that says minors (under 18) lack the power to form corporations or LLCs. On the other hand, minors have limited capacity to enter into contracts and transact other business, so perhaps they would be prohibited from forming business entities as well.

I will do a little research in the morning when I'm in my office, and if I find any law or cases on the subject I'll get back to you.